[The control of medicines and related substances, Law 101 of 1965: a short review]

Act 101 of 1965, as amended by Act 65 of 1974, published on 21 February 1975, has far-reaching implications as regards the manufacture, distribution and use of medicines in South Africa. Some aspects in connection with the annexures to the Act relating to the pharmaceutical industry, doctors, pharmacists and the public, are discussed.